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Nordic stock market performance

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Nordic stock markets, specifically in Helsinki and Oslo, have shown recent upward trends. In Helsinki, the OMXH index rose 0.6 percent in mid-August, driven by gains in IQM, Gofore, Savox, and Nokia, while UPM-Kymmene also saw a moderate increase. By late August, the Helsinki index continued to trend upward with a 0.9 percent rise, supported by growth in SRV, Nokia, and UPM. During this period, market activity in Norway also saw gains, with the Oslo Børs rising 0.55 percent following strong second-quarter profit reports from the shipping company Frontline. By early September, the Helsinki Stock Exchange reported a strong August, with the general index rising 4% and total euro-denominated turnover increasing by 55.4% compared to the previous year. This surge was attributed to positive second-quarter results and a recovery in the Finnish equity market, which has seen year-to-date returns exceeding 13%. Nokia has become a primary driver of this activity, with its share price increasing 123% over the past year. Nordnet Finland noted that Nokia’s popularity is attracting a new wave of active retail investors who appear to be holding positions despite significant price increases. Other frequently traded domestic stocks include Wärtsilä, Elisa, and Qt Group, while index funds such as OP-Suomi Indeksi have seen a resurgence in popularity as investors capitalize on the strengthening domestic market.

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